Reference Series III vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Reference Series III
Reference Series
★ 3.00
£271
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Reference Series III | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Reference Series | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £270.95 | £350 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Reference Series III
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Reference Series III
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Reference Series III is better value at £271 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Reference Series III
Pros
- +More affordable (£270.95 vs £350)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £270.95)
Who should buy Reference?
Reference Series III suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna